Leathernecks Host St. Thomas, Journey to Morehead State

Who: St. Thomas & Morehead State

Where: Macomb, IL & Morehead, KY

When: 9/18 & 9/21 4:00 p.m. & 1:00 p.m.

9 Games In

Through its first 9 matches, the Leathernecks sit at (1-8-0), having opened with a sturdy 2–0 win over St. Ambrose, adopted by eight robust losses, with the newest being in opposition to Purdue on the street.

Defensive Keys

The Leathernecks will lean on Daniela Gularte to anchor the again line and preserve the group compact in opposition to each St. Thomas and Morehead State. Staying disciplined in form, limiting breakdowns, and speaking clearly shall be essential to slowing counter assaults and defending the field. Strong protection may even guarantee goalkeeper Ariel Bernard is not beneath as many assaults, giving WIU a greater likelihood to settle into the match and construct momentum.

Freshman Shining

Abigail Schilling has stepped up as one in every of Western’s prime scoring threats this season, netting two objectives to steer the Leatherneck assault. She is now tied for main the workforce in objectives this yr with Kayla Turner. 

Scouting St. Thomas (2-3-1)

The Tommies come to Macomb on Thursday with a 2-3-1 document. St. Thomas has performed shut contests all through the season and can look to select up its first street win after beginning 0-2-1 away from residence.

Scouting Morehead State (2-7-0)

The Leathernecks journey Sunday to Kentucky to face Morehead State. The Eagles enter at 2-7-0 and are coming off a tough nonconference schedule. Despite the document, Morehead has proven resilience and robust stretches of play, and the matchup will present one other take a look at for WIU because it searches to show offensive alternatives into objectives.

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